Name: 5P6R1 Dell Force10 MXL 10/40Gbps Blade Switch for M1000E Enclosures
Brand: Dell
SKU: 5P6R1
Price: 499.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Force10 MXL 5P6R1 switch combines 10Gbps and 40Gbps connectivity specifically designed for Dell M1000E blade enclosures. It fits directly into the blade chassis, offering efficient networking for data centers that prioritize dense, high-speed interconnections. The switch balances performance and space-saving design, fitting seamlessly into server environments where both throughput and compactness matter.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	5P6R1
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	10Gbps,40Gbps
UpLink Ports	4 x 40Gbps QSFP+
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Web GUI,CLI (SSH/Telnet),SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,Access Control Lists (ACLs),SSH,SSL,RADIUS,TACACS+
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Dell Force10 MXL blade switch is designed to deliver fast and reliable network connections within Dell M1000E blade server chassis. It integrates 10Gbps and 40Gbps ports to handle demanding workloads and data flows typical in enterprise data centers. Often found in environments where space and performance are critical, this switch suits IT professionals managing virtualized servers, storage networks, or high-performance computing clusters. Its low latency and scalable architecture make it a solid choice for organizations aiming to streamline data center operations. Key Features Supports both 10Gbps and 40Gbps Ethernet connections for versatile networking Provides advanced traffic management to optimize bandwidth use Compact blade form factor fits cleanly into Dell M1000E enclosures Enables low-latency switching ideal for virtualization and storage traffic Integrates with Dell’s networking ecosystem for simplified management This switch is typically deployed inside Dell blade chassis in data centers where dense, high-speed networking is needed. It helps reduce cabling complexity and supports efficient server-to-server and server-to-storage communication. The Force10 MXL blade switch plays a central role in maintaining smooth data flow in consolidated infrastructure setups.

Use Cases
The Dell Force10 MXL 5P6R1 switch is typically deployed within large-scale data centers and enterprise environments utilizing Dell M1000E blade enclosures. It benefits IT infrastructure teams seeking to maximize bandwidth and minimize latency in dense blade server configurations, especially where 10Gbps and 40Gbps high-speed connections are critical for seamless application performance and data transfer. How It's Used: Enabling high-throughput connectivity between virtualized server clusters in enterprise data centers for optimized resource allocation. Supporting low-latency storage area networks (SANs) in financial services environments that require rapid transaction processing. Facilitating aggregation of multiple 10Gbps links to streamline traffic in cloud service provider infrastructures. Integrating within production media and entertainment studios to manage large-scale content delivery workloads efficiently. Providing scalable networking solutions for research institutions running compute-intensive simulations requiring fast interblade communication. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering scalable, high-bandwidth connectivity within constrained blade environments, enabling IT teams to maintain performance consistency while scaling network demands. Its integration within Dell M1000E chassis supports streamlined cabling and management, reducing complexity in high-density deployments.